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Originally Posted by txtrooper
We should hesitate on the safe call in this situation, although I am guilty of not hesitating long enough on calls. Making the safe call too early makes it harder for us to sell the out, if a proper appeal is made. I believe that ultimately getting it right is the right thing to do, even if we have to eat a little crow for it. Sounds like you made a right call to me.
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I disagree on the "sell" part. I do agree some should hesitate longer, but it is actually the players who determine, or should determine, how long it should be.
If both are still active in the play, no call should be made. However, when neither take action to continue with an attempt to touch the plate or tag the runner, the call should be made.
However, there is no need to sell anything. Either the appeal is proper and timely or it is not.